Program Overview

CertHE Music Production & Sound Engineering

Course Overview

If you're looking to begin your music production or sound engineering career, pointblank’s CertHE Music Production and Sound Engineering course is the perfect choice. Created and taught by industry experts who have collaborated with artists like Pharrell, Lily Allen, and The Killers, this program covers all the essential skills you need to thrive in the industry.

This course is a one-stop shop for anyone looking to become a music producer, sound engineer, music/TV composer, sound editor, music arranger, artist/performer, studio manager, A&R/label manager and many more exciting vocations. pointblank classes are small to ensure you receive ample 1-2-1 time with your lecturers. You'll be taught in our brand new Penn Street campus full of state-of-the-art industry standard equipment including a 48-channel SSL Duality Delta and an Audient 8024 mixing console plus Dolby Atmos immersive technology.

Key Info

• Duration: 1 Year
• Start Dates: TBA
• Fees: $25 app fee + $6,000 per year, or $2,000 per term (with a $25 saving over termly installments)

Course Structure

• Music Production (Logic): Learn the fundamentals of music production using Logic Pro.
• Music Production (Ableton): Learn the fundamentals of music production using Ableton Live.
• Music Composition: Develop your skills in music composition and arrangement.
• Sound Design: Learn the art of sound design and its application in music production.
• Music Industry: Understand the music industry and how to navigate it as a professional.
• Creative Audio (Logic): Learn advanced audio techniques using Logic Pro.
• Creative Audio (Ableton): Learn advanced audio techniques using Ableton Live.
• Production Styles: Explore different production styles and genres.

Assessment

• Formative Exercises: Designed to provide feedback on your work and help you improve.
• Summative Assignments: Designed to assess your existing knowledge and deepen your learning.

Career Opportunities

• Music Producer
• Sound Engineer
• TV/Film Composer
• Sound Designer
• Music Arranger
• Mix Engineer
• Studio Manager
• Remixer
• Video Game Composer
• Artist/Performer
• A&R/Label Manager

Expert Lecturers

• Max Heyes: Sound Engineering
• Alex Phountzi: Programme Leader
• Anna Lakatos: Music Production

Accreditations & Partners

• create.music
• STEP INSIDE THE MUSIC INDUSTRY